Job Description:

Performs treatments on patients with radiation therapy as prescribed by Radiologist according to established practices and standards. Checks prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification. Liaises with physicist and supportive care personnel. Typically requires specialized certification. Prepares equipment, such as immobilization, treatment, and protection devices, and positions patient according to prescription. Enters data into computer and sets controls to operate and adjust equipment and regulate dosage. Observes and reassures patient during treatment and reports unusual reactions to physician. Photographs treated area of patient and processes film. Maintains records, reports, and files as required. Follows principles of radiation protection for patient, self, and others. May assist in dosimetry procedures and tumor localization. May train therapy students. Less

Performs treatments on patients with radiation therapy as prescribed by Radiologist according to established practices and standards. Checks prescription, diagnosis, patient chart, and identification. Liaises with physicist and supportive care personnel. Typically requires specialized certification. Prepares equipment, such as immobilization,... More